Because the trail is not a designated national park but instead is considered a unit of the National Park Service (NPS), the ...

The nearby town of Boone offers additional attractions and the vibrant energy of a college town, home to Appalachian ... with its mile-high swinging bridge, is just a short drive away, as are numerous ...

The nearby town of Boone offers additional attractions and the vibrant energy of a college town, home to Appalachian ... with its mile-high swinging bridge, is just a short drive away, as are numerous ...

A majority of county commissioners said they still object to a land trust’s acquisition of more than 1,800 acres next to Moxie Pond on behalf of the federal government.

DAMASCUS, Va. — Thru-hikers, vendors, musicians and trail enthusiasts all gathered in Damascus Friday for the 38th Appalachian Trail Days Festival. The event is set to bring in an estimated ...

DAMASCUS, Va. (WDBJ) - It’s a hiker’s paradise in Damascus at the 38th annual Appalachian Trail Days Festival as thru-hikers reunite with friends, businesses sell handmade goods and outdoor ...

Appalachian Power has announced modifications for a 20-mile stretch of transmission lines to avoid crossing the Meeks ...

As postseason play ramps up for the spring high school sports season, athletes throughout the Salem-Keizer area have continued to deliver stellar performances. Dallas freshman Mahayla Benoit threw ...

And with over 100 beers on offer, there’s genuinely something for everyone." Trail maps are now available to pick up at all participating venues, meaning those taking part in the weekend can ...

After Tropical Storm Helene caused widespread damage across the Appalachian Trail ... an urgent need for trail crews. SAWS deployed teams within a week. Crews cleared hundreds of downed trees — some ...